Wednesday, May 13, 2020
2019-2020 Bastrop & Travis County Photography Contest Results for Bastrop County
Congratulations to all of our participants! There were so many amazing photos! Please see the results for our Bastrop County 4-H members, as well as their photos. To check out all of the photos submitted, please visit http://traviscounty4hcep.blogspot.com/
NEW: Distracted Driving Video Activity: Saturday, 05/16/20
Join us online for a Distracted Driving Video this Saturday, May 16, 2020! You can watch at any time during the day. We'll also have a second session May 21, 2020.
Link for Video: https://vimeo.com/412405086
Passcode: Bastrop4H
Link for Video: https://vimeo.com/412405086
Passcode: Bastrop4H
REMINDER: 2020 District 10 4-H Leadership Lab - Registrations due 5/29/20
***The health of our 4-H members is of our upmost concern. As of right now, we are planning on moving forward with hosting District 10 Leadership Lab as planned. Due to the constantly changing COVID-19 regulations, we will not approve any Leadership Lab registrations until we are 100% sure that we will be holding the event. Please keep this in mind as registrations will remain “Pending at District” until we are approved to proceed.***
Quick Event Overview:
Promotional information for the 2019 District 10 Leadership Lab has been released and will be posted on the District 10 Website starting May 1st!!Our District 10 Leadership Lab will take place at the Texas 4-H Center in Brownwood, Texas from June 24-26, 2020. This event is the annual during which our youth elect their District 10 4-H Council Officers and participate in Leadership Workshops to take back new leadership skills to help their County and Clubs. All participants must be at least 13 years of age by the date of Leadership Lab.
The registration cost of $250 covers all meals and lodging except for lunch on Wednesday, June 24, and lunch on Friday, June 26. Bastrop County is working on find a way to assist with transportation and carpooling since it is a longer drive. A more detailed list of items to pack and items to leave behind will be emailed out to attendees at the beginning of June once registration closes.
If you are wanting to run for an officer position, please let Mellanie know at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu and be sure to register early. Mellanie will be following up with individuals to help them prepare for elections.
Registration Information:
- One Page Event Overview (PDF)
- Registration is online via 4-H CONNECT
- Registration period: May 1-29, 2020
- Cost to attend: $250
- Additional Paperwork Requirement: Two (2) copies of the original health and release forms MUST be turned in to the Bastrop County Extension Office by May 30, 2020 with a copy of your insurance card - NO EXCEPTIONS.
- 1 copy will be mailed (certified & tracked) to the District 10 Office
- 1 copy will stay with Mellanie, the 4-H Agent, and will accompany the youth to camp.
- 1 copy will be mailed (certified & tracked) to the District 10 Office
- 1 copy will stay with Mellanie, the 4-H Agent, and will accompany the youth to camp.
Check out the following links for more information:
- District 10 4-H Leadership Lab Participant Information:
- District 10 4-H Council Officer Application & Election Information:
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
REMINDER: 2020 District 10 4-H Horse Show - Registrations due 05/29/20
*** The health of our 4-H members is of our upmost concern. As of right now, we are planning on moving forward with hosting District 10 Horse Show as planned. Due to the constantly changing COVID-19 regulations, we will not approve any Horse Show registrations until we are 100% sure that we will be holding the event. Please keep this in mind as registrations will remain “Pending at District” until we are approved to proceed. ***
Quick Event Overview:
Promotional information for the 2020 District 10 Horse Show has been released and will be posted on the District 10 Website starting May 1st!!Our District 10 Horse Show will take place at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park in Dripping Springs, Texas from June 17-18, 2020. This event is the annual District 10 Horse Show Event and annual Qualifying Event for the Texas 4-H Horse Show classes for District 10 4-H members.
The registration cost is a $15 flat fee for each class (exhibitor may enter as many classes as they wish) plus a one-time $10 participation fee. (please note you will not be charged until approved at the District Level)
Registration Information:
- One Page Event Overview (PDF)
- Registration is online via 4-H CONNECT
- Registration period: May 1-29, 2020
- Cost to attend: $15 flat fee for each class (exhibitor may enter as many classes as they wish) plus a one-time $10 participation fee.
- Additional Paperwork Requirement: Please provide a copy of the following items to the County Extension Office by 12:00 Noon on Monday, June 1st, 2020:
- Current negative Coggins certificate for each horse entered. Coggins papers must be valid through the District and State Horse Show (July 31, 2020, not just through entry deadline. Dates on Coggins papers must be legible.)
- Medical release for each exhibitor
- Horses MUST be validated in 4-H CONNECT by May 16, 2020 to be able to participate in the show - please see the instructions below
Check out the following links for more information:
- District 10 4-H Horse Show Participant Information/Additional Paperwork Links:
- Horse Show Letter/Rule Websites:
- District 10 4-H Website with rules, letters, & updates: https://d104-h.tamu.edu/district-events-activities/horse-show/
- Texas 4-H Horse Project Website with State Rules: https://animalscience.tamu.edu/livestock-species/equine/state-4h-show/
- Bastrop County 4-H Website: https://counties.agrilife.org/bastrop/calendar/district-10-4-h-horse-show/
- 4-H CONNECT website: https://tx.4honline.com/
Horse Validation Instructions
2020 Horse Project Validations DUE 5/16/20 – Deadline Extended
May 16 @ 12:00 am - 11:59 pm
- Deadline: Due in 4-H CONNECT by May 16th
- Cost: $10 per horse
- All youth wishing to participate in ANY horse show must validate their projects
- Instructions are available online HERE (Please note that the dates and fees have been adjusted from what is displayed)
Monday, May 11, 2020
REMINDER: 2020 Horse Project Validations DUE 5/16/20
- Deadline: Due in 4-H CONNECT by May 16th
- Cost: $10 per horse
- All youth wishing to participate in ANY horse show must validate their projects
- Instructions are available online HERE (Please note that the dates and fees have been adjusted from what is displayed)
Friday, May 8, 2020
REMINDER: 2020 Texas 4-H Summer Camp Registration is Available!
Looking for something fun to do this summer with 4-H kids from across the state? Check out the Texas 4-H Summer Camp Schedule!
Camps take place at the Texas 4-H Center located in Brownwood, Texas. Check out their site and get registered at https://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu/services/youth-camps-and-retreats/
Camps take place at the Texas 4-H Center located in Brownwood, Texas. Check out their site and get registered at https://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu/services/youth-camps-and-retreats/
2020 District 10 4-H Horse Show - Registrations due 05/29/20
*** The health of our 4-H members is of our upmost concern. As of right now, we are planning on moving forward with hosting District 10 Horse Show as planned. Due to the constantly changing COVID-19 regulations, we will not approve any Horse Show registrations until we are 100% sure that we will be holding the event. Please keep this in mind as registrations will remain “Pending at District” until we are approved to proceed. ***
Quick Event Overview:
Promotional information for the 2020 District 10 Horse Show has been released and will be posted on the District 10 Website starting May 1st!!Our District 10 Horse Show will take place at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park in Dripping Springs, Texas from June 17-18, 2020. This event is the annual District 10 Horse Show Event and annual Qualifying Event for the Texas 4-H Horse Show classes for District 10 4-H members.
The registration cost is a $15 flat fee for each class (exhibitor may enter as many classes as they wish) plus a one-time $10 participation fee. (please note you will not be charged until approved at the District Level)
Registration Information:
- One Page Event Overview (PDF)
- Registration is online via 4-H CONNECT
- Registration period: May 1-29, 2020
- Cost to attend: $15 flat fee for each class (exhibitor may enter as many classes as they wish) plus a one-time $10 participation fee.
- Additional Paperwork Requirement: Please provide a copy of the following items to the County Extension Office by 12:00 Noon on Monday, June 1st, 2020:
- Current negative Coggins certificate for each horse entered. Coggins papers must be valid through the District and State Horse Show (July 31, 2020, not just through entry deadline. Dates on Coggins papers must be legible.)
- Medical release for each exhibitor
- Horses MUST be validated in 4-H CONNECT by May 16, 2020 to be able to participate in the show - please see the instructions below
Check out the following links for more information:
- District 10 4-H Horse Show Participant Information/Additional Paperwork Links:
- Horse Show Letter/Rule Websites:
- District 10 4-H Website with rules, letters, & updates: https://d104-h.tamu.edu/district-events-activities/horse-show/
- Texas 4-H Horse Project Website with State Rules: https://animalscience.tamu.edu/livestock-species/equine/state-4h-show/
- Bastrop County 4-H Website: https://counties.agrilife.org/bastrop/calendar/district-10-4-h-horse-show/
- 4-H CONNECT website: https://tx.4honline.com/
Horse Validation Instructions
2020 Horse Project Validations DUE 5/16/20 – Deadline Extended
May 16 @ 12:00 am - 11:59 pm
- Deadline: Due in 4-H CONNECT by May 16th
- Cost: $10 per horse
- All youth wishing to participate in ANY horse show must validate their projects
- Instructions are available online HERE (Please note that the dates and fees have been adjusted from what is displayed)
Thursday, May 7, 2020
REMINDER: 2019-2020 Bastrop County Council, Ambassador, Awards, & Scholarship Applications Information
Good afternoon!
Please see the information below for the County Council Officer applications, County Ambassador applications, Award applications, and Scholarship Applications. Applications are due to the CEO by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, unless otherwise noted.
Please let us know if you have any questions or need a paper copy of the application printed for your convenience.
- Bastrop County 4-H Council Officer Applications – NOTE: DUE MARCH 15, 2020 (DIFFERENT THAN REST)
- Online Application: https://bastrop.agrilife.org/bastrop-county-4-h-council-officer-applications/
- 2019-2020 Bylaws: http://counties.agrilife.org/bastrop/files/2020/02/2019-2020-BASTROP-COUNTY-4-H-Council-Bylaws.pdf
- Council Officer Elections will take place at the County Council meeting at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at the Bastrop County Municipal Courthouse (104 Grady Tuck Lane, Bastrop, TX 78602).
- Bastrop County Ambassador Applications:
- The County 4-H Ambassadors are youth selected to provide input and leadership to our 4-H program. These applications are due to the CEO by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.
- Livestock Ambassador Application
- 4-H & Youth Ambassador Application
- Natural Resources Ambassador Application
- Family & Community Health (FCH) Ambassador Application
- Check them out online at https://bastrop.agrilife.org/youth-leadership-groups/
- Bastrop County 4-H Awards & Recognition Information:
- Deadline for the online submission of application forms is midnight (11:59 PM) on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Please see the links below for information, forms, and interview sign-ups. Please be aware that most awards require you to complete and turn in a 4-H Recordbook.
- Web Page:
- 4-H Awards & Recognition Information Packet:
- 4-H Youth Awards:
- 4-H Year Pin Application Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
- 4-H Awards Application Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
- 4-H Adult Awards:
- 4-H Alumni Nomination Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
- Friend of 4-H Nomination Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
- Award Interview Sign Ups:
- 4-H Recordbook Information & Guidelines
- Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Information:
- The Deadline for the submission of application forms is 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Please see the links below for information, forms, and interview sign-ups. Please be aware that the Bastrop County 4-H Scholarships require you to turn in a completed Recordbook with effort put into it. Recordbooks with little to no content will not be considered for this purpose.
- Web Page:
- 4-H Scholarship & Sponsorship Information:
- Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Applications:
- 2019-2020 Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Application (PDF)
- 2019-2020 Bastrop Couny 4-H Scholarship Application (Fillable PDF)
- Rockne Livestock Booster Club Scholarship Applications:
- Scholarship Interview Sign Ups:
- Scholarships Compendium (Multiple Scholarships with deadlines & links): https://comptroller.texas.gov/programs/education/msp/funding/aid/faidalpha.php
- Texas Scholarships (Multiple Scholarships with deadlines & links): https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-state/texas-scholarships/
M
Mellanie L. Mickelson
Bastrop County Extension Agent - 4-H & Youth Development
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services
P.O. Box 650 | 901 Pecan Street | Bastrop, TX 78602
p: (512) 581-7186 | c: (512) 522-9174 | f: (512) 581-7187
MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu
Website - https://bastrop.agrilife.org
Blog - www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook - www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H
Blog - www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook - www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H
Monday, May 4, 2020
REMINDER: 2020 Horse Project Validation due 5/16/20
- Deadline: Due in 4-H CONNECT by May 16th
- Cost: $10 per horse
- All youth wishing to participate in ANY horse show must validate their projects
- Instructions are available online HERE (Please note that the dates and fees have been adjusted from what is displayed)
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